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### Question: What are the symptoms of a Thoracic aortic aneurysm?
### Response: Aneurysms develop slowly over many years. Most patients have no symptoms until the aneurysm begins to leak or expand. Chest or back pain may mean sudden widening or leakage of the aneurysm. Symptoms often begin suddenly when:
The aneurysm grows quickly The aneurysm tears open (called a rupture) Blood leaks along the wall of the aorta (aortic dissection)
If the aneurysm presses on nearby structures, the following symptoms may occur:
Hoarseness Swallowing problems High-pitched breathing (stridor) Swelling in the neck
Other symptoms may include:
Chest pain and / or back pain Clammy skin Nausea and vomiting Rapid heart rate Low blood pressure